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Former Aide's Suggestion for Biden to Resign Sparks Debate

Jamal Simmons proposes Joe Biden step down to let Kamala Harris become president before Trump's inauguration, drawing mixed reactions.

(L): Democratic presidential nominee, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris speaks on stage as she concedes the election, at Howard University on November 06, 2024 in Washington, DC.
(R): U.S. President Joe Biden delivers remarks on the results of the 2024 election in the Rose Garden on November 07, 2024 in Washington, DC.
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Overview

  • Jamal Simmons, former communications director for Kamala Harris, suggested on CNN that President Biden should resign to allow Harris to become the first female president.
  • The proposal was met with surprise and skepticism from panelists, with some dismissing it as unrealistic and unserious.
  • Simmons argued that Biden's resignation would fulfill his role as a transitional leader and ease Harris's role in certifying the election results.
  • Critics within the Democratic Party, including other former Harris staffers, have voiced strong opposition to the suggestion.
  • The debate over Simmons's idea highlights ongoing tensions and strategic disagreements within the Democratic Party following Harris's election loss.